Environment & Sustainability Adviser

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Transport Infrastructure sector seeks an Environment & Sustainability Advisor to join their HSEQ Team. This role, based in Scotland, focuses on ensuring compliance and developing strategies for sustainable practices, contributing to a zero carbon future. The position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a range of benefits including career development and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Generous Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefits

24+ Days Holiday

Company Car

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Environment and Sustainability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental assessments and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Build relationships with statutory bodies and clients.
• Develop and support environmental management plans.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Relationship Building

Enthusiasm

Education

Valid driving license

Job description

Job Description

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Environment & Sustainability Advisor to join our Transport Infrastructure HSEQ Team in Scotland, working across our Scotland and NI accounts.

This is a full-time, permanent contract that offers hybrid working. The standard hours of work are 37.5 hours, Monday - Friday.

The Environment & Sustainability Advisor plays an important role in enabling the business to demonstrate compliance and achieve continual improvements in environment and sustainability.

You will be responsible for:

• Working on projects varying in scope and magnitude throughout our Transport Infrastructure Portfolio.
• Undertaking environmental screening assessments.
• Screening works against environmental legislation, liaising with regulators, and undertaking licensing where appropriate.
• Building strong relationships with statutory bodies and clients.
• Embarking on a collaborative approach, working with environment, carbon, and sustainability professionals across Amey and others (including Clients, our key partners, and Supply Chain members) to deliver Zero Carbon Solutions, Nature-Based Solutions, and compliant, resilient & industry best practice solutions across our value chain, helping reduce the environmental impact of our construction, operation, and maintenance activities.
• Providing environmental advice and support to operational team members to help transfer knowledge.
• Preparing and checking reports, designs, calculations, and documentation as part of scheme deliverables that meet quality, cost, and programme criteria.
• Overseeing the actions of junior staff members.
• Working with other HSEQ professionals to ensure operations are within highway standards.
• Reviewing and briefing on changes in law and standards.
• Ensuring environmental and social issues are considered in decision-making, developing, reviewing, and updating policies and procedures.
• Working with operational teams to identify environmental risks and opportunities, understanding interactions with the environment, and implementing control measures, including during emergencies and in a changing climate.
• Supporting the development of environmental and carbon management plans.
• Determining training needs, providing briefings and training as necessary.
• Monitoring compliance through inspections and audits.
• Undertaking environmental performance monitoring, analysis, reporting, and recommending improvements.
• Investigating incidents involving pollution or environmental damage.
• Maintaining ISO 14001 certification of our management systems.
• Participating in industry groups and initiatives.
• Championing best practices and innovation for operational excellence.
• Providing support for work-winning activities when required.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• At least 2 years of experience in Environment, Sustainability, and assessment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• A passion for professional and personal development.
• Enthusiasm for being part of a high-performing team and a drive for success.

Additionally, it would be desirable if you are a member of IEMA (or similar organization) and you must hold a valid driving license.

What we offer you

We provide flexibility, career development, benefits, and support to help you through life's challenges. Recognized as one of the top 1% of employers by Investors in People, we offer a competitive rewards and benefits package.

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression opportunities
• Pension - Generous pension scheme with company contributions
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days plus Bank Holidays
• Choices - Flexible benefits including additional leave, cycle-to-work, charity giving, and gym memberships
• Save with Amey - Discounts from leading retailers, healthcare, dental vouchers, and more
• Social Value - 2 Community Involvement Days annually and additional fundraising opportunities
• Company Car

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, ethnicity, gender, belief, or orientation.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!